In 2021, Windows 10 and 11 handle read/write permissions for Documents folders much more strictly. When you type a new name in the profile menu, the game attempts to write to a .xml configuration file but is denied permission silently. The game doesn’t crash—it just reverts to the old name.
Note: [YourWindowsUsername] is your actual PC login name, not your Steam name. f1 2013 name change fix 2021
It has been nearly a decade since Codemasters released F1 2013 , widely considered a golden era title for its classic content and refined handling. Yet, in 2021, a surprising number of players returned to the game—either for nostalgia, modding, or to complete career modes left in the dust. In 2021, Windows 10 and 11 handle read/write
Now go win the 2013 Brazilian Grand Prix—under your own name. Have a different issue? Still stuck? Leave a comment below (or check the r/F1Game subreddit for active modding support as of 2021). Note: [YourWindowsUsername] is your actual PC login name,
Published: Late 2021 Update (Still relevant for legacy players)
This article provides the definitive, step-by-step fix for changing your name in F1 2013 using modern Windows 10/11 architecture. No hex editors. No corrupted saves. Before the fix, a bit of context. F1 2013 was built for Windows 7 and Games for Windows Live (GFWL). Even after Codemasters patched out GFWL, a relic remained: Profile encryption tied to legacy User Account Control (UAC) .
<ProfileName>OldBadName</ProfileName> Or sometimes: